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Rady Faculty hosts youth, inspires pursuit of the health professions and biomedical sciences

November 15, 2024 — 
Hundreds of high school students from Manitoba descended on Bannatyne campus Nov. 6 and 7 for two annual events at the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences highlighting the health sciences programs at UM and scientific discovery. 

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Jasmine Brar leading children in a yoga session at the Rady Kids' Club, University of Manitoba, helping them enjoy physical activity while their parents study.

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Twins and textbooks: How one Rady student makes it all work

November 14, 2024 — 
Jackie Neufeld balances school and home with the help of the Rady Kids' Club, a free childminding service at the University of Manitoba.

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Portrait of Dr. Ji Hyun Ko.

Research and International News

Leading brain neuroscientist appointed Canada Research Chair

November 14, 2024 — 
Dr. Ji Hyun Ko has been appointed by the Government of Canada as the UM Canada Research Chair in Neuroimaging and Neuromodulation.  

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Research and International News

Can mental illness be passed down through generations?

November 14, 2024 — 
Dr. Amani Hamad, assistant professor of community health sciences, has been awarded a prestigious Canada Research Chair in population data science and data curation.

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Research and International News

Four Canada Research Chairs announced at UM

November 14, 2024 — 
Recently, the federal government announced support of four Canada Research Chairs (CRC) at UM. This includes three new CRCs and one CRC renewal.

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Dr. Charles Bernstein

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15 years of philanthropy and progress in GI health: Dr. Charles Bernstein’s impact as Bingham Chair

November 13, 2024 — 
As the Bingham Chair in Gastroenterology for the past 15 years, Dr. Charles Bernstein's groundbreaking work in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) research and his creation of patient-centred outpatient programs have earned international recognition, positioning Manitoba as a global leader in gastrointestinal health.

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Research and International News

New Canada Research Chair using AI to improve quality of life in older populations

November 13, 2024 — 
In the next five years, the senior population in Canada is projected to exceed 9.5 million individuals, comprising approximately 23 percent of the total population. 

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Dr. Laura Saward speaks at a podium beside a projected slide dealing with diversity in clinical trials.

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Don’t let others define you, women scientists advise at WISDOM symposium

November 8, 2024 — 
Women in science who addressed about 70 WISDOM Equity Symposium attendees on Oct. 30 advised aspiring female scientists to find supportive mentors and champions; network as much as possible; promote equity, diversity and inclusion; and believe in their own passions, strengths and skills.

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A sick baby in hospital, hooked up to many wires and tubes.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

Winnipeg Free Press: Manitoba urged to protect all newborns against RSV with antibody shots

November 8, 2024 — 
Manitoba urged to protect all newborns against RSV with antibody shots

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A woman breastfeeding her infant child.

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Rady researchers receive more than $1 million toward breastfeeding initiatives

November 6, 2024 — 
Two Rady Faculty of Health Sciences projects aim to enhance breastfeeding initiatives and maternal health, focusing on underrepresented communities across Canada and Manitoba.

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